Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged Students
This study examined Bachelor of Education science students’ beliefs, perceptions, and experiences of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The investigation adopted an explanatory mixed method research design and involved purposively selected students enrolled for Bachelor of Education degre...
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| description | This study examined Bachelor of Education science students’ beliefs, perceptions, and experiences of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The investigation adopted an explanatory mixed method research design and involved purposively selected students enrolled for Bachelor of Education degree specialising in Physical and Life Sciences at a South African university. These students came from rural areas, townships, and informal settlements, which are characterised by a myriad of socio-economic challenges. These challenges have profound implications for students’ resilience within the higher education sector. The study was underpinned by Technology Ac ceptance Model as the theoretical framework. Quantitative data was collected through administration of a questionnaire while qualitative data was collected through semi-structured interviews. Quantitative and qualitative data were analysed using SPSS and Atlas.ti, respectively. Findings showed that the students struggled to acquire appropriate digital devices and to access internet connectivity amongst other challenges because of their socio-economic backgrounds. They however demonstrated resilience through successful completion of their studies in the face of these critical challenges. Notwithstanding their socio-economic backgrounds, the students competed favourably with their peers from privileged backgrounds. The study has important implications for the alleviation of existing socio-economic disparities within the South African higher education system. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-db61215490984828b9f5369cfbddd0182023-11-24T14:27:46ZengMDPI AGEducation Sciences2227-71022022-12-01121288310.3390/educsci12120883Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged StudentsLydia Mavuru0Sam Ramaila1Department of Science and Technology Education, University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park 2006, South AfricaDepartment of Science and Technology Education, University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park 2006, South AfricaThis study examined Bachelor of Education science students’ beliefs, perceptions, and experiences of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The investigation adopted an explanatory mixed method research design and involved purposively selected students enrolled for Bachelor of Education degree specialising in Physical and Life Sciences at a South African university. These students came from rural areas, townships, and informal settlements, which are characterised by a myriad of socio-economic challenges. These challenges have profound implications for students’ resilience within the higher education sector. The study was underpinned by Technology Ac ceptance Model as the theoretical framework. Quantitative data was collected through administration of a questionnaire while qualitative data was collected through semi-structured interviews. Quantitative and qualitative data were analysed using SPSS and Atlas.ti, respectively. Findings showed that the students struggled to acquire appropriate digital devices and to access internet connectivity amongst other challenges because of their socio-economic backgrounds. They however demonstrated resilience through successful completion of their studies in the face of these critical challenges. Notwithstanding their socio-economic backgrounds, the students competed favourably with their peers from privileged backgrounds. The study has important implications for the alleviation of existing socio-economic disparities within the South African higher education system.https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/12/12/883beliefsCOVID-19 pandemicexperiencesperceptionsresilience |
| spellingShingle | Lydia Mavuru Sam Ramaila Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged Students Education Sciences beliefs COVID-19 pandemic experiences perceptions resilience |
| title | Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged Students |
| title_full | Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged Students |
| title_fullStr | Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged Students |
| title_full_unstemmed | Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged Students |
| title_short | Bachelor of Education Science Students’ Beliefs, Perceptions, and Experiences of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case of Disadvantaged Students |
| title_sort | bachelor of education science students beliefs perceptions and experiences of online learning during the covid 19 pandemic a case of disadvantaged students |
| topic | beliefs COVID-19 pandemic experiences perceptions resilience |
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